Nelson Mandela: Modern day prophetNameCourse numberInstructor’s nameDate
Nelson Mandela Nelson Mandela qualifies for the title of a modern day prophet. He was not born one but he gradually transitioned into one through tribulations. He committed his life to suffer for the right things through his outstanding ability for flexibility and apt decision making whilst deriving strength from his followers (Maanga 97). He was a great leader and statesman that demonstrated commendable resilience for humankind, zeal to fight for his people’s liberation and strong opposition to apartheid. Nelson Mandela showcased the epitome of good leadership, love and harmony. He also espoused tenets of good governance, addressing the challenge of poverty, and assisting the marginalized. Mandela united people with differing ideologies, races, religious convictions, gender and sociocultural differences to demonstrate best practices in maintaining world peace and co-existence (Maanga 96). One of the most compelling reason for his status as a modern day prophet is his patriotism. He endured a 27-year prison term, which was mostly in solitude in Robben Island. He is also celebrated for his approach to governance that only saw him serve for one ter...